Tax Assistance Resources – 2025

Where can I file my taxes for free? It’s time to file your taxes! There are a few different options when it comes to filing your taxes. Minnesota Department of Revenue offers tax assistance to taxpayers. Individuals can visit the Minnesota Department of Revenue website to get information for all tax types including forms, fact…

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Give Kids a Smile

Give Kids a Smile is an annual event where dental professionals across Minnesota provide free dental care to low-income children during a statewide two-day event from Friday, February 7th, to Saturday, February 8th. Services may vary from preventive care, which includes cleanings, sealants, and fluoride treatment, to restorative care, which includes fillings. Information on specific…

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Cold Weather Rule 2024 – 2025

Minnesota’s Cold Weather Rule (CWR) is a state law that protects residential utility customers from having electric or natural gas service shut off between October 1 and April 30. To protect service from disconnection individuals must make and keep a payment plan that is agreed upon between the customer and utility company. The utility company…

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Winter Clothing Events and Programs – 2024 – 2025

This fall, programs across Minnesota are helping to keep children warm by hosting free winter coat and apparel events. These initiatives offer new and gently used winter clothing, including coats, gloves, hats, scarves, and more. Families can find warm attire for their children at various locations throughout the state. Follow the link to learn more…

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Extreme Cold Resources – Winter 2024-2025

As temperatures begin to drop in Minnesota, overnight warming spaces are beginning to open across the state. These spaces are offered in addition to shelters, depending on the outside temperature. Click here to find warming spaces listed in your region.

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Eviction Prevention Resources

Visit United Way 211’s COVID-19 City/County/Organization Based Financial Assistance for Individuals and Families webpage for limited city, county, and nonprofit organization programs across the state that may have additional financial resources. Find help with additional rent payment assistance by calling 211, texting your zip code to 898-211, or visiting the United Way 211 website –…

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